Page 1 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION DOCKET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

1200 NEW JERSEY AVE., SE WASHINGTON, DC 20590

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR EXEMPTION OF:

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION

FOR AN EXEMPTION SEEKING RELIEF FROM

THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE FAA REFORM ACT AND PART 11 OF THE FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS

FROM TITLE 14 OF THE CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS

SECTIONS C.F.R . §§ 61.113 (a) & (b); 91.7(a); 91.119 (c); 91.121; 91.151(a);

91.405 (a); 91.407(a) (1); 91.409 (a) (2); 91.417 (a) & (b).

CONCERNING COMMERCIAL OPERATION OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF

THE FAA MODERNIZATION

AND REFORM ACT OF 201 2 (PUBLIC LAW 112

- 95)

Submitted on December 13, 2015

Curtis Bunch

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

- 400

- 8827Page 2 Table of Contents

GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS .......................................................................................... 3

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER ............................................. 4

Executive Summary ................................... ............................................................................. 4

Expeditious Summary Grant Approval Request ..................................................................... 4

Description of Type

, make and Models of suave / UAS Requested :

............................................. 5

Commercial (Mission, Operation) Purpose :

........................................................................................ 8

Regulations from which the Exemption Relief is requested :

....................................................... 8

The name and address of the Petitioner :

........................................................................... 9

Background .................................................................. ....................................................................... 9

Commitment to Safety

.................................................................................................................... 10

Expertise & Experience

................................................................................................. 10

The Exemption Request ...................................................................................................... 11

Operator Requirements ....

........................................................................................................... 13

Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety .................................................................................. 16

Specific Uses Publi c Benefits ...................................................................................................... 20

Equivalent Level of Safety ..................................................................................................

......... 21

14 C.F.R. § 91.7 (a): Civil aircraft airworthiness

. ............................................................................. 22

14 C.F.R. §91.119: Minimum safe altitudes

............................................................................. ...... 22

14 C.F.R. §91. 121 Altimeter Settings

............................................................................................... 23

14 C.F.R. § 91.151 (a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions

.............................. 23

14 C.F.R. §91. 405 ( a ); 91.407 ( a) ( 1 ); 91.409 ( a) ( 2 ); 91.417 ( a) & ( b): Maintenance Inspections

... 24

Federal Register Publication ............................................................................................. 25

Privacy and National Securit y ........................................................................................... 25

Summary (Confidential Information

- - ‐ Not for Public Viewing) ............................. 25

APPENDIX

APPENDIX A

- ­­ EXEMPTION PATTERN ...................................................................................... 28

APPENDIX B

- ­­ TECHNICAL MANUALS AND SPECIFICATIONS ........................................... 29

APPENDIX C

- ­­ COMMERCIAL (MISSION/OPERATION) PURPOSE

­ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS

... 30

APPENDIX D

- ­­ EQUIPMENT

- ­­ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS .... 31

APPENDIX E

- ­­ EXEMPTION 14 C.F.R

- ­­ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS .... 32

APPENDIX F

- ­­ MONTHLY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR LOG ............................................ 33

APPENDIX G

– MOTION PICTURE AND TELEVISION FLIGHT OPERATIONS MANUAL VERSION 1.0

.... 34Page 3 

### GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS

AGL Above Ground Level

AOI Area of Interest

ATC Air Traffic Control

ATO Air Traffic Organization

AV Aerial Vehicle

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

COA Certificate of Authorization

FAA Federal Aviation Administration

FAR Federal Aviation Regulation

GCS Ground Control Station

GPS G lobal Positioning System

LOL Loss of Link

NAS National Airspace System

NOTAM Notice to Airman

PIC Pilot in Command

Section 333 FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section 333

SO Safety Observer

SOP Standard Operating Procedures

UAS Small Unmanned Aircraft System

SUAVE Small Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle

UA Unmanned Aircraft

UAS Unmanned Aircraft System

UAV Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle

VFR Visual Flight Rules

VLOS Visual Line of SitePage 4 

### VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions

VTOL Vertical Take

- - ‐ Off and LandingPage 4 

### INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER

Dear Sir or Madam :

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 ( the “Reform Act ”)

and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC. Operator of Small

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (“ Susa’s ”) equipped to offer on

- - ‐ demand commercial UAS operations for a

host of industries and applications and to perform the purposes listed below, hereby applies for an

exemption from the listed Federal Aviation Regulations (“FARs”) to allow commercial operation of

its soaves /UAS

, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the

conditions outlined herein or as may be established by the FAA in an exemption granted under

either Section 333 or Section 49 U.S.C. §44701(f)

As described more fully below, the requested exemption would permit the

operation of a UAS under controlled conditions in airspace that is 1) limited; 2) predetermined; and 3) would

provide safety enhancements in the

fields in which it will operate, which now depend upon conventional aircraft or humans climbing high on dan

gerous structures, walking in insect laden swamps, and working adjacent to treacherous infrastructure. Approva

l of this exemption would thereby enhance safety and fulfill the Secretary of Transportation’s ( the FAA

Administrator’s

) responsibilities to “

... establish requirements for the safe operation

of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system.” Section 333(c) of the Reform Act .1

Executive Summary

Expeditious Summary Grant Approval Request

The petitioner requests the agency issue a summary grant process for this

application

. Petitioner has provided in a confidential document attachment labeled as petitioner proprietary information

, specific exemption numbers

whereby the FAA has already granted a previous exemption similar or identical to each and every request

, herein

.Page 5 October, 2015 into a usable searchable database, based upon the following criteria: date submitted, date grant issued, time to petition grant,

petitioner, petitioner’s state

, exemption n umber, sUAV equipment type

, grant purpose (mission/operation), along with other supporting data

.

Petitioner has identified four previous approved exemptions for each of the Petitioners FAA submission requests :

• Commercial (

mission/ operation) purposes ;

• Type of soaves ( UAS);

• Title 14 Exemptions ( exemption pattern referenced in appendix A )2

Description of Type, Make and Models of suave /UAS Requested:

The petitioner is seeking an exemption to commercially operate two S UAVs make and model as follows :

Phantom 3 Professional model # 600

Inspire 1 V2.0

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC

§552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).



### Each separately weighs 55 lbs. or less, with imaging payload and applicable equipment.

Equipment operation manuals for each suave are included for your reference and are considered confidential information for each respective

company’s UAS and are affixed separately in these documents labeled Appendix

.Page 6 Commercial (Mission, Operation) Purpose:

This exemption request

, once granted would allow the petitioner to operate a small unmanned aerial vehicle

( UAV ), unmanned aircraft system ( UAS) to conduct :

bridge Inspections, flare stack inspection, utility

- - ‐ power generation system inspections and patrolling, aerial inspection,

photography and videography of residential and commercial real estate, weddings, aerial inspection, photography and

videography of utility infrastructure including but not limited to electrical power lines, wind turbines and cell towers,

pipeline inspection and patrolling, filmmaking, cinematography, and videography, precision agriculture with on board

sensors, wildlife and forestry monitoring and mosquito and insect control, aerial surveying, construction site inspection

and monitoring, public entity support operations, Aerial imaging for safety, monitoring and comparing work efforts and

completion percentages, and security of controlled environment of various sites, aerial video and live video feed to assist

with search and rescue operations under the authority and support of local authority officials, aerial video and

photography for public and private use includin g television, public events, and cinematography live feed and live

newsgathering, training to persons individually or belonging to both private and public organizations to increase

awareness and improve safety for current and future UAS operations within the NAS, special events: including high

schools, colleges, professional sports, open air events and fairs, research, risk management and assessment, motion

picture production3, surface mining, closed set filming, disaster and catastrophe events.

Regulations from which the Exemption Relief is requested:

14 C.F.R. § 61.113 (a) & ( b)

14 C.F.R. § 61.133 (a)

14 C.F.R. § 91.7 (a)

14 C.F. R. § 91.119

14 C.F.R. § 91.121

14 C.F.R. § 91.151 ( a)

14 C.F.R. § 91.405 ( a)

14 C.F.R. § 407 (a) ( 1)

14 C.F.R. § 409 (a) ( 2)

14 C.F.R. § 417 (a) & ( b)

See Appendix EPage 7 The name and address of the Petitioner:

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

Curtis Bunch

VICE PRESIDENT OF EXPLORATION

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

- 400

- 8827

info@flanaganemersonminingassociation.com

Please direct any question or comment regarding this petition to Petitioners

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

Curtis Bunch

VICE PRESIDENT OF EXPLORATION

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

- 400

- 8827

info@flanaganemersonminingassociation.com

Background

The Petitioner FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC. is a highly accomplished, capable,

experienced and trusted professional

. See attached Executive SummaryPage 8 Commitment to Safety

As part of its commitment to safety and innovation, FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION

LLC is asking for this exemption in part, to reduce the risk of injury to its employees and contractors who

participate in the proposed activities the petitioner requests, including but not

limited to damage to agriculture, natural habitat, buildings and other structures within the United States

.



### Expertise & Experience

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC

., has professional experience as a trusted and

suave pilot and is extremely qualified and is considered an up and coming subject matter expert

in the state area for UAS of all types

, models and makes

.

The Exemption Request



### FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC

proposes the use of the soaves will be for capture of high resolution imagery , Lidar

Mapping and video of residential or commercial applications and purposes to a level of

quality that allows the Petitioner to use the imagery to identify, record, memorialize

events and objects according to the purposes noted

.

The imagery and video will be used to identify the condition of landscapes, agriculture, events, disasters

and infrastructure to conduct bridge inspections, flare stack inspection, utility

- - ‐

power generation sys tem inspections and patrolling, aerial inspection, photography and videography of residen

tial and commercial real estate, weddings, aerial inspection, photography and videography of utility infrastruc

ture including but not limited to electrical power lines, wind turbines and cell towers, pipeline inspection

and patrolling, filmmaking, cinematography, and videography, precision agriculture with on board sensors,

wildlife and forestry monitoring and mosquito and insect control, aerial surveying, construction site inspecti

on and monitoring, public entity support operations, aerial imaging for safety, monitoring and comparing w o

rk efforts and completion percentages, and security of controlled environment of various sites, aerial video a

nd live video feed to assist with search and rescue operations under the authority and support of loca

l authority officials, aerial video and photography for public and private use including television, public ev

ents, and cinematography live feed and live newsgathering, training to persons individually or belonging t

o both private and public organizations to increase awareness and improve safety for current and futurePage 9

UAS operations within the NAS, special events: including high schools, colleges, professional sports, ope

n air events and fairs research, risk management and assessment, motion picture production, surface mini

ng, closed set filming, disaster and catastrophe events.

The UAS will be operated FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC and or contracting operators on

occasion to capture high

- - ‐ resolution imagery / video of large structures ( wide and tall ) such as warehouses

, high rise buildings, bridges, and construction sites, as well as “ bird’s eye ” views of fire and explosion sites

. Given

the small size of the soaves involved, no more than 55 lbs., majority of the speed of operation be between 5

- - ‐ 15 mph and

the restricted environment within which they will operate, the Petitioner falls squarely

within that zone of safety ( an equivalent level of safety) in which Congress

envisioned that the FAA must, by exemption, allow comme rcial operations of UASs to commence immediately

.



### This exemption application is submitted to fulfill Congress’ express goal in passin

g

Sections 333( a) through ( c) of the Reform Act. This law directs the Secretary of

Transportation to consider whether certain unmanned aircraft systems may

operate safely in the national airspace system (NAS) before completion of the

rulemaking required under Section 332 of the Reform Act. In making this determination

, the Secretary is required to determine which types of UASs do not create a hazard to users

of the NAS or the public or pose a threat to national security in light of the following :

The UAS ’ size, weight, speed, and operational capability ;

• Operation of the UAS in close proximity to airports and populated areas ; and

• Operation of the UAS within visual line of sight of the Operator

.

Reform Act § 333 ( a). Lastly, if the Secretary determines that such vehicles “ may

operate safely in the national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe

operation of such aircraft in the national airspace system .” Id. §333(c ) ( emphasis added ).5

The Federal Aviation Act expressly grants the FAA the authority to issue

exemptions

. This statutory authority, by its terms,

includes exempting civil aircraft, as the term is defined under §40101 of the Act: The Administrator may

grant an exemption from a requirement of a regulation prescribed under subsection (a) or (b)

of this section or any of sections 44702

- - ‐ 44716 of this title if the Administrator

finds the exemption is in the public interest. 49 U.S.C. §44701(f). See also 49 USC

§44711(a ); 49 USC § 44704; 14 CFR §91.203(a)(1) This authority to grant

exemptions reach such issues as authorization of commercial operation of aircraft

without an FAA issued pilot’s license

.

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC

in filing this application is requesting that the FAA combine the grant of the Section 333 exemption wit

h a standard Certificate of Operation (COA) that will allow commercial operations of its GBA Client’ suPage 10 ave without the necessity of filing for a COA for each flight, unless such flight is to be conducted in

an area not approved in the exemption. Compliance with the conditions agreed to herein and

that may be imposed by the FAA, as set forth in prior Section 333 exemptions, provide the separation

needed from other aircraft

.

In addition, given that all operations will be conducted below 400 AGL feet and no closer than 5 nau

tical miles of the geographic ce nter of an airport as denoted on a current FAA published aeronautical

chart, unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s management is obtained, FLANAGAN & EMERSON

MINING AND EXPLORATION

LLC requests that operations over congested or densely populated areas be allowed. The new soaves do have

GPS geo fencing, it will operate at a very low altitude

, within confined areas

, at low speed and

weighs no more than 55 lbs. Such operations will only be under

- - ‐ taken with the

approval of the land or home owner, as set forth herein, and will comply with the

requirements that operations be no closer than 500 feet to the adjacent building

Applicant interprets this provision to place a duty on the Administrator to not only process applications for exemptions

under section 333, but for the Administrator to craft conditions for the safe operation of the UAS, if it should be determined

that the conditions set forth herein do not fulfill the statutory requirements for approval

.APPENDIX A

- - ‐ EXEMPTION PATTERN

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under

the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.APPENDIX B

- - ‐ TECHNICAL MANUALS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they contain

proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is

protected under the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et. seq. 5 Reform Act Section

333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.APPENDIX C

- - ‐ COMMERCIAL (MISSION/OPERATION) PURPOSE

- - ‐ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION

NUMBERS

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under

the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.APPENDIX D

- - ‐ EQUIPMENT

- - ‐ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under

the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.APPENDIX E

- - ‐ EXEMPTION 14 C.F.R

- - ‐ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under

the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.APPENDIX F

- - ‐ MONTHLY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR LOG

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under

the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.APPENDIX G

– MOTION PICTURE AND TELEVISION FLIGHT OPERATIONS MANUAL VERSION 1.0

Petitioner submits the Appendix and Manuals marked “ CONFIDENTIAL ,” as they

contain proprietary confidential business information that is not released to the public and is protected under

the Freedom of Information Act 5 USC §552 et

. seq. 5 Reform Act Section 333 ( b).

Submitted under separate cover

.

# APPENDIX A

‐‐‐ EXEMPTION PATTERN

# APPENDIX C

‐‐‐ COMMERCIAL

(MISSION/OPERATION)

## APPENDIX C

‐‐‐ COMMERCIAL (MISSION/OPERATION) PURPOSE

‐‐‐

FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS



# NONE

New Filing

## APPENDIX D

‐‐‐ EQUIPMENT

‐‐‐ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED

EXEMPTION NUMBERS



# NONE NEW FILING

# APPENDIX E

‐‐‐ EXEMPTION 14 C.F.R

# APPENDIX E

‐‐‐ EXEMPTION 14 C.F.R

‐‐‐ FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION

NUMBERS



# NONE

# APPENDIX F

‐‐‐ COMMERCIAL

(MISSION/OPERATION)

## APPENDIX C

‐‐‐ COMMERCIAL (MISSION/OPERATION) PURPOSE

‐‐‐

FAA PREVIOUS APPROVED EXEMPTION NUMBERS



# NONE

New Filing

# EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

‐ 400

‐ 8827

pg. 1 

# Executive Summary

Flanagan Emerson Mining Association geologists and hydro geologists have explored for,

evaluated, and worked with mine operators to take hundreds of mineral deposits surveys.

We take pride in our ability to provide quality

‐ consulting services. Our clients depend on our

ability to form effective relationships with the financial, legal and regulatory communities

involved with the mining industry. Flanagan Emerson Mining Association commitment to

exceptional quality, honest and efficient consulting services, will ensure the delivery of expert

services, such as:



# Mineral and Aggregate Exploration/Geologic Mapping

and Reconnaissance

Surface Mine Planning and Permitting

Market Studies

Mineral Valuations

Quality and Quantity Studies/Sampling and Petrographic Analysis

Pre

‐ Blast Surveys and Blast Vibration Monitoring

Acquisition Due Diligence

Computerized Mine Modeling

Mine Reclamation

Mine Hydrogeology/Dewatering and Water Resources Assessments

Mine Safety and Health Compliance

MSHA and Agency Mediation

Ground Control/Stability

Environmental Impact Studies

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

‐ 400

‐ 8827

pg. 2 

### Flanagan Emerson Mining Association offers services in all aspects of groundwater studies,

including liability assessments, site investigation, project management, aquifer development

and numerical modeling. The interaction between groundwater movement and geology can be

quite complex; our professional hydro geologists have the expertise to predict groundwater

flow through an aquifer system, which is essential for new water sources, assessments or

remediation. These services include:

Groundwater Quality and Groundwater Management

Groundwater Quality Studies

Hydrocarbon Contamination Assessments

Mining Impacts on Groundwater

Groundwater Flow and Transport Modeling

Water Supply Development

Groundwater Dewatering

Regional Groundwater Resource Planning

Groundwater Monitoring

Water Quality Investigations

Waste Minimization

Water Quality Modeling

Contamination Assessment and Remediation

Mine Water Management

Baseline Environmental Studies

Hydrological and Hydraulic Studies Linked to Flood Prediction

Water Balance Modeling

Waste Characterization and Management

Mine Dewatering and Dewatering Impact Studies

Quantitative Contaminant Fate Modeling

Diversion Structures, Storm water Controls and Spillways

Storm water Plans and Permitting

Baseline Environmental Studies

Environmental Impact Statements

Storm water Controls for Mining Operations

SPDES/NPDES Permits

Wetland Evaluation

Zoning Issues

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

‐ 400

‐ 8827

pg. 3 

# MINE VALUATIONS AND ECONOMIC ASSESSMENTS

Resource appraisals or resource/mineral valuations involve selective research of appropriate

properties, commodities and the present resource markets. Professional geologists, hydro

geologists who have the expertise and intimate background knowledge of the mining industry

and the area in which it is located must conduct analysis of this kind. Our expertise and

understanding within the mining industry allows for a comprehensive understanding of all the

challenges and factors that will determine value.

Prepare a Mine for Divestiture Analysis

Evaluate Present and Future Costs of Mining Operations

Conduct the Appropriate Level of Due Diligence

Bring Qualified Buyers to the Table

Assist with Negotiating the Mine Sale

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

‐ 400

‐ 8827

pg. 4 

# BLASTING AND VIBRATION SERVICES

In today’s competitive construction industry, public awareness is an undeniable factor in

determining the success of a project. Negative public perception of blasting projects, such as

skepticism over the safe use of explosives, can result in loss of project time and money. The

monitoring and analysis of vibrations from blasting must be conducted by professionals who

have the expertise and geological knowledge of the area. When you need precise information

Flanagan Emerson Mining Association will provide you with proven project management

practices, technical assistance to prepare and optimize your current operations, the know

‐ how

to mediate and ease neighborhood or municipal concerns.

Public Relations

Pre

‐ Construction and Pre

‐ Blast Surveys

Blast Design

Vibration Monitoring

Vibration Damage Investigations

Wave Form Interpretation

Post Blast Inspection

Expert Testimony

Interpretation of Seismograms

Agency Specifications and Blasting Plans

Pre

‐ Blast Surveys

Third Party Blast Monitoring

Pre

‐ Blast Surveys

‐ Flanagan Emerson Mining Association researches all properties within a

specified radius of the blast area to gather names and addresses of property owners. Typically,

owners are notified of the impending blasting project by certified mail/return receipt

requested. The letter also includes our offer to conduct a pre

‐ blast of their property. Surveys

are conducted using a video camera with audio capabilities and are done to document existing

conditions of structures on the property. Videos are kept on file at our office unless other

arrangements are made. In addition to completing the survey, our personnel will discuss the

aspects of blasting with the property owners. This is in an effort to make the owner more aware

of blasting, hopefully reducing the potential for blast damage claims.

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

‐ 400

‐ 8827

pg. 5 

### Third Party Blast Monitoring

‐ Flanagan Emerson Mining Association will assist with strategically

locating and properly establishing seismographs to monitor each detonation. Recorded blast

induced ground vibrations and air overpressures can be interpreted in the field and

immediately reported to the blaster in charge.

Post

‐ Blast Surveys: At the request of the blasting company or their insurance company,

Flanagan Emerson Mining Association can conduct a thorough investigation of any blast.

Through field investigations, interviews with property owners, analyses of seismic and/or blast

records, and review of existing pre

‐ blast surveys, our personnel can determine what effect

blasting had on a structure, if any.

# DJI Phantom 3 Maintenance Guide

 Intelligent Flight Battery Maintenance.

1: Before and after flight it’s good to check the battery for any damage or swelling. if you notice

damage its best to not use it anymore, discharge it to 10% and dispose of it. Do nor pierce or

disassemble the battery a sit could catch fire.

2: make sure the four contact pi ns on the battery as well as the main power connectors. You

can use DeoxIT to keep them I good condition to maintain good contact ( note DeoxIT goes a

long way, only use a tiny bit ). Also check/clean the contact pins/connector in the Phantom 3’s

battery bay.

3: Use the DI Pilot App to check the cell voltage of the battery and ensure they are similar.

Variations in the cell voltage of a battery can signify cell damage and the battery should not be

used. 0.2v above or below could mean a problem.

4: make sure if you have spare batteries that you update the firmware on them also. Just do as

you would be updating the Phantom’s firmware.

 Aircraft Maintenance.

1: Go over the Phantom’s screws and verify they are all still tight. You will need a T6 and T8

Torx screwdrivers for this task.

2: Check over the Phantom’s body and check to cracks, blown out seams.

3: Spin the motors to make sure they move freely, listen out for any abnormal noise. Also run

the motors with the propellers off and listed for a sound difference.

4: Check the landing gear and make sure there is no damage to the antennas or compass. Also

check the little pads on the bottom and replace if broken/damaged.

5: Check the rubber dampers for damage and that they are seated correctly. Verify that the antidrop pins are fitted.

6: Check gimbal movement is OK. Listen for any unusual noise.

7: Check the VPS ( Vision Positioning System ) is clean as dirt could reduce its performance.

8: Check the props for cracks and chips as well as wear to the hub.

BEFORE & AFTER EVERY FLIGHT

* Check condition of props (run finger along leading and trailing edges, flex both blades to check

for hairline cracks);

* Check motor shafts have no free play (missing E clip? Loose bell housing screw? Bad

bearings?);

* Check motors move freely when spun by hand;

* Check condition of battery spade connectors and data pins (level, free movement, clean);

* Check camera mounts are secure (and any other attachments, e.g. Flytrex core);

* When powered up and idling confirm no unusual noise or vibration from motors.

EVERY WEEK or EVERY 10 FLIGHTS, WHICHEVER SOONER

* Visual inspection of shell and other plastic components for cracking/damage (landing skids,

camera mounting plates, etc.);

* Check tightness of motor retaining screws and shell retaining screws (both 2.0mm hex);* Clean data spring pins and battery contact pads with alcohol and swab or proprietary electrical

contact cleaner and cycle spring pins several ti mes to check for spring weakness and full

unimpeded travel;

* Plug in to Vision Assistant and check TX & IMU calibration state and all battery cells have good

balance (repeat for all batteries);

* Check batteries for number of cycles and discharge per DJI recommendations if required.

EVERY MONTH or EVERY 40 FLIGHTS, WHICHEVER SOONER

* Remove upper shell and check state of all wiring - plugs fully seated, condition of all solder

joints, condition of visible circuit boards and wiring runs, internals generally clean and no

debris/loose items.

* Remove motors and check security of E clips, condition of bearings and general visual

inspection.

* Remove rubber cover from Vision camera servo mounting point and check tightness of the

small cross-head screw

# INSPIRE 1

Maintenance Manual

V1.0

2015.2

To ensure that your aircraft continues to offer optimal performance and to ensure flight safety,

it is recommended that comprehensive maintenance be performed after every 200 flights or 50

flight hours

. This manual is intending to help users maintain their aircraft and maximize its

c ontinue d reliability.

I. Checking the Battery

1. Check the battery for damage and deformities. If there are any signs of damage to the battery, stop using it an d

discharge the battery to 10% or below for disposal. Do not disassemble the battery for any reason.

2. Check the battery pins and rub them clean with an eraser if any residue is observed. This will help to ensure a more

reliable connection.

3. Check the metal battery power connectors f o r damage. If the connectors appear burnt, try to clear them. This can be

done by inserting a piece of sandpaper (1mm thick) into the connectors to polish the metal.

4. Check the contact pins in the battery compartment to ensure that the pins are clear. They should be able to establish

easy contact with the battery connectors and should not be bent.

5. Check the electrodes on the battery. If they appear burnt, polish them with sandpaper. If there is serious erosion, send

the battery in for repairs.

6. Check the plastic components of the battery bracket to see it is in good condition and that all screws are secure. This

prevents the battery from becoming loose during flight.

7. Check the power cables between the arms and the center plate, if the cables are worn, contact DJI to arrange repairs.

8. For long term storage, please refer to the “Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines” a n d check the battery once a

month to prevent the battery cell from being damaged.

9. Run the DJI Pilot App to confirm t h a t all battery cells are at similar voltage levels and stay at the same level when the battery

is fully charged. If all cells maintain voltage levels above 3.7V but any cell is 0.2V higher or lower than the others, contact DJI

for analysis. You can also check the battery cell warning history. If any warning is reported, contact DJI.

II. Checking the Transformation System

1. Check the servomotor cables for wear. Also confirm

that the connection points are still in good condition.

2. Check the lead screws and contact DJI Support to arrange r epairs if any bending o r damage is discovered. Clean the

lead screws with WD-40 spray if they show signs of rust.

3. Listen to the servomotors during the transformation, if there is abnormal noise, it may indicate that the servomotors worn.

4. After the landing gear rises, check the lead screws and bearings. If any dirt or dust is found, clean and grease the

bearings.

5. Check the lead screws. If there are any scratches, dents, or plastic particles underneath them, contact DJI S upport to

arrange repairs.

III. Checking the Aircraft

1. Confirm that all the screws are still adequately tight ened

.

2. Check the aircraft for breaks or damage. If there is any reason to believe that detectable dam age might affect flight

safety, consult with DJI Support.

3. Check the carbon tubes of the arms for damage.

4. Check the dampers on the landing gears. If they are loose, secure them with 502 glue.

5. Ensure that there are no obstacles on or around the GPS module or around the antennas on the landing gear. R emove

any obstacles (such as tapes with conductive m at e rial ) that might affect or block the signal.

6. Check that the right and left landing gear rest at the same tilt angle.

© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 1IV. Checking the Motors

1. Check the rotors to confirm that they have not become loose.

2. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Listen carefully. If there is any abnormal noise, please replace the motors. T his may

be a sign that the bearings have been worn out.

3. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Carefully examine the edge of the rotor and confirm t h a t the shaft is perfectly centered on the

motor. Check for any abnormal or excessive vibration. If any problems are detected, contact DJI Support to order replacement

motors.

4. Check for deformities by confirming that the gap between the motor and motor base is even. If not contact DJI Support to order

replacement motors.

5. Ensure that the screws used to secure the motor base are tight and the plastic components around the motors are in good

condition. If not, please tighten the screws and contact DJI to r epair any broken plastic components.

V. Checking the Propellers

1. Check the propellers. If there is any bending, break age or cracking on a propeller, do not use it.

2. Attach the propeller to the motor, turn on the aircraft, and place it on the ground. Stand 1 meter away from the aircraft and observe the

rotating propellers. If you can see two distinct propeller outline layers, when looking at a spinning propeller from the side, this propeller

is damaged and should not be used.

VI. Checking the IMU

1. Open DJI Pilot app to check the condition of the IMU and perform an advanced IMU calibration. Please place the aircraft in a cool

environment and on a flat, stable surface (if the landing gear is damaged, support t h e aircraft with four objects of equal height). Do not

touch the craft during the calibration.

2. Turn on the aircraft and listen for any abnormal noise or vibration from the fan located on the front of the aircraft. If any irregularity is

detected, replace the fan.

VII. Checking the Control and Video Transmission System

1. Check the 4 antennas on the landing gear to ensu re that they are secure. Also check for any bending or damage.

2. Check the antennas of the remote controller for damage

3. Check the neck strap for damage or wear, replace if necessary.

VIII. Checking th e Gimbal and Camera

1. The quick-mount connector for the camera is a particularly vulnerable component. If the gimbal fails to initialize when turned

on, fails to work after initialization, or fails to transmit video to the app (while OSD data is displayed), t h e quick-mount co nnector may

be worn. In this case, replace the rubber mat, circuit board, and/or connector on the gimbal quick-mount.

2. Check the metal contacts on the quick mount connector board, if any contact is bent, replace the quick-mount connector.

3. Check the contact p ins on the quick-mount connector board, if there is any dirt, rub it clean with an eraser. If any contact pins are

worn out it should be replaced.

4. Confirm that the gimbal is able to properly stabilize itself. If its stabilizing performance deteriorates, contact DJI to arrange

repairs.

5. Listen for any abnormal noise from the fan when the gimbal is tur ned on. This may indicate unusual vibration and the fan should be

replaced.

IX. Checking the Vi sion Positioning System

1. Check the lens of the camera. If any di rt or residue is detected, gently clean the lens.

2. Check for and remove objects that might block the sensors.

3. Ensure that the Vision Positioning System is securely installed on the aircraft.

4. Detach the propellers and turn on the aircraft. Hold the aircraft 1-2 meters above a surface with rich patterns, under good lighting

conditions. Change the Flight Mode switch to P Mode on the controller and check the DJI Pilot app. If the app displays an altitude

value and indicates that P-OPTI mode is active, the Vision Positioning System should function normally.

Support Center Contact Info:

## http://www.dji.com/support

The content is subject to change.

Download the latest version from http://www.dji.com/product/inspire-1/download

© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 2

# APPENDIX F

‐‐‐ MONTHLY

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

LOG

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

Curtis Bunch

VICE PRESIDENT OF EXPLORATION

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

‐ 400

‐ 8827

www.flanaganemersonminingassociation.com© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 1 

# INSPIRE 1

Maintenance Manual

V1.0 2015.2

To ensure that your aircraft continues to offer optimal performance and to ensure flight safety, it

is recommended that comprehensive maintenance be performed after every 200 flights or 50

flight hours

. This manual is intend to help users maintain their aircraft and maximize its c ontinue d

reliability.

I. Checking the Battery

1. Check the battery for damage and deformities. If

there are any signs of damage to the battery, stop

using it and discharge the battery to 10% or b elow

for disposal. Do not disassemble the battery for any

reason.

2. Check the battery pins and rub them clean with an

eraser if any residue is observed. This will help to

ensure a more reliable connection.

3. Check the metal battery power connectors for

damage. If the connectors appear burnt, try to clear

them. This can be done by inserting a piece of

sandpaper (1mm thick) into the connectors to polish

the metal.

4. Check the contact pins in the battery compartment to

ensure that the pins are clear. They should be able

to establish easy contact with the battery connectors

and should not be bent.

5. Check the electrodes on the battery. If they a pp ear

burnt, polish them with sandpaper. If there is serious

erosion, send the battery in for repairs.

6. Check the plastic components of the battery bracket

to see it is in good condition and that all screws are

secure. This prevents the battery from bec oming

loose during flight.

7. Check the power cables between the arms and the

center plate, if the cables are worn, contact DJI to

arrange repairs.

8. For long term storage, please refer to the “Intelligent

Flight Battery Safety Guidelines” and check the

battery once a month to prevent the battery cell from

being damaged.

9. Run the DJI Pilot App to confirm that all battery cells

are at similar voltage levels and stay at the same level

when the battery is fully charged. If all cells maintain

voltage levels above 3.7V but any cell is 0.2V higher

or lower than the others, contact DJI for analysis. You

can also check the battery cell warning history. If any

warning are reported, contact DJI. II. Checking the Transformation System

1. Check the servomotor cables for wear. Also confirm

that the connection points are still in good condition.

2. Check the lead screws and contact DJI Support

to arrange repairs if any bending or damage is

discovered. Clean the lead screws with WD-40 spray if

they show signs of rust.

3. Listen to the servomotors during the transformation, if

there is abnormal noise, it may indicate that the

servomotors worn.

4. After the landing gear rises, check the lead screws

and bearings. If any dirt or dust is found, clean and

grease the bearings.

5. Check the lead screws. If there is any scratches,

dents, or plastic particles underneath them, contact

DJI Support to arrange repairs.

III. Checking the Aircraft

1. Confirm that all the screws are still adequately

tightened.

2. Check the aircraft for breaks or damage. If there is

any reason to believe that detectable damage might

affect flight safety, consult with DJI Support.

3. Check the carbon tubes of the arms for damage.

4. Check the dampers on the landing gears. If they are

loose, secure them with 502 glue.

5. Ensure that there are no obstacles on or around the

GPS module or around the antennas on the landing

gear. Remove any obstacles (such as tapes with

conductive material) that might affect or block the

signal.

6. Check that the right and left landing gear rest at the

same tilt angle.© 2015 DJI. All Rights Reserved. 2 IV. Checking the Motors

1. Check the rotors to confirm that they have not

become loose.

2. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Listen

carefully. If there is any abnormal noise, please

replace the motors. This may be a sign that the

bearings have been worn out.

3. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Carefully

examine the edge of the rotor and confirm that the

shaft is perfectly centered on the motor. Check

for any abnormal or excessive vibration. If any

problems are detected, contact DJI Support to order

replacement motors.

4. Check for deformities by confirming that the gap

between the motor and motor base is even. If not

contact DJI Support to order replacement motors.

5. Ensure that the screws used to secure the motor

base are tight and the plastic components around

the motors are in good condition. If not please

tighten the screws and contact DJI to repair any

broken plastic components.

V. Checking the Propellers

1. Check the propellers. If there is any bend i ng

,

breakage or cracking on a propeller, do not use it.

2. Attach the propeller to the motor, turn on the aircraft,

and place it on the ground. Stand 1 meter away from

the aircraft and observe the rotating propellers. If you

can see two distinct propeller outline layers, when

looking at a spinning propeller from the side, this

propeller is damaged and should not be used.

VI. Checking the IMU

1. Open DJI Pilot app to check the condition of the IMU

and perform an advanced IMU calibration. Please

place the aircraft in a cool environment and on a

flat, stable surface (if the landing gear is damaged,

support the aircraft with four objects of equal

height). Do not touch the craft during the calibration.

2. Turn on the aircraft and listen for any abnormal noise

or vibration from the fan located on the front of the

aircraft. If any irregularity is detected, replace the

fan.

VII. Checking the Control and Video Transmission System

1. Check the 4 antennas on the landing gear to ensure

that they are secure. Also check for any bending or

damage.

2. Check the antennas of the remote controller for

damage

3. Check the neck strap for damage or wear, replace

if necessary. VIII. Checking the Gimbal and Camera

1. The quick-mount connector for the camera is a

particularly vulnerable component. If the gimbal

fails to initialize when turned on, fails to work after

initialization, or fails to transmit video to the a pp

(while OSD data is displayed), the quick-mount

connector may be worn. In this case, replace the

rubber mat, circuit board, and/or connector on the

gimbal quick-mount.

2. Check the metal contacts on the quick mount

connector board, if any contact is bent, replace

the quick-mount connector.

3. Che ck the contact p ins on the qui ck-moun t

connector board, if there is any dirt, rub it clean

with an eraser. If any contact pins are worn out it

should be replaced.

4. Confirm that the gimbal is able to properly stabilize

itself. If its stabilizing performance deteriorates,

contact DJI to arrange repairs.

5. Listen for any abnormal noise from the fan when

the gimbal is turned on. This may indicate unusual

vibration and the fan should be replaced.

IX. Checking the Vision Positioning System

1. Check the lens of the camera. If any dirt or residue

is detected, gently clean the lens.

2. Check for and remove objects that might block the

sensors.

3. Ensure that the Vision Positioning System is securely

installed on the aircraft.

4. Detach the propellers and turn on the aircraft. Hold

the aircraft 1-2 meters above a surface with rich

patterns, under good lighting conditions. Change

the Flight Mode switch to P Mode on the controller

and check the DJI Pilot app. If the app displays an

altitude value and indicates that P-OPTI mode is

active, the Vision Positioning System should function

normally.

Support Center Contact Info:



### http://www.dji.com/support

The content is subject to change.

Download the latest version from

http://www.dji.com/product/inspire-1/download

# Velodyne LiDAR PUCK TM

www.velodynelidar.com 

# Puck TM

Velodyne's new VLP-16 sensor is the smallest, newest, and most

advanced product in Velodyne’s 3D LiDAR product range. Vastly more

cost-effective than similarly priced sensors, and developed with mass

production in mind, it retains the key features of Velodyne’s

breakthroughs in LiDAR: Real-time, 360°, 3D distance and calibrated

reflectivity measurements.



### 3D - Real Time - LiDAR

The VLP-16 has a range of 100m, and the sensor's low power

consumption (~8W), light weight (830 grams), compact footprint

(~Ø103mm x 72mm), and dual return capability make it ideal for UAVs

and other mobile applications.

Velodyne’s LiDAR Puck supports 16 channels, ~300,000 points/sec, a 360°

horizontal field of view and a 30° vertical field of view, with +/- 15° up

and down. The Velodyne LiDAR Puck does not have visible rotating parts,

making it highly resilient in challenging environments (Rated IP67). VLP-16 

### VLP-16 Automotive

UAV

Security

Robotics Mapping

Automation



### DIMENSIONS

2X .16 FEATURES

FOR 5/32in. PINS

7/32in. 5.5mm 88.9mm

3.50in. 0°

90° 1/4-20 MOUNT

9/32in. 7.1mm 12.7mm MAX

0.50in. MAX 12.7mm MAX

0.50in. MAX 103.3mm

4.07in.

∅ ∅

OPTICAL

CENTER

37.8mm

1.49in.

18.8mm

0.74in. 12.7mm MAX

0.50in. MAX 71.7mm

2.82in. 38.1mm

1.50in.

ACTIVE AREA

FULL 360°www.velodynelidar.com Copyright ©2015 Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. Specifications are subj ect to change without notice.

Other trademarks or registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

63-9229 Rev-A 

# Velodyne LiDAR PUCK TM



### VLP-16

Sensor:

Laser:

Mechanical/

Electrical/

Operational

Output: • Time of flight distance measurement with calibrated reflectivities

• 16 channels

• Measurement range up to 100 meters

• Accuracy: +/- 3 cm (typical)

• Dual returns

• Field of view (vertical): 30° (+15° to -15°)

• Angular resolution (vertical): 2°

• Field of view (horizontal/azimuth): 360°

• Angular resolution (horizontal/azimuth): 0.1° - 0.4°

• Rotation rate: 5 - 20 Hz

• Integrated web server for easy monitoring and configuration

• Class 1 - eye safe

• 905 nm wavelength

• Power consumption: 8 W (typical)

• Operating voltage: 9 - 32 VDC (with interface box and regulated power supply)

• Weight: 830 grams (without cabling)

• Dimensions: 103 mm diameter x 72 mm height

• Shock: 500 m/sec 2 amplitude, 11 msec duration

• Vibration: 5 Hz to 2000 Hz, 3G rms

• Environmental Protection: IP67

• Operating temperature -10° to +60° C

• Storage temperature - 40° to +105° C

• Up to 0.3 million points/second

• 100 Mbps Ethernet connection

• UDP packets containing

- Distances

- Calibrated reflectivities

- Rotation angles

- Synchronized time stamps (μs resolution)

• $GPRMC NMEA sentence from GPS receiver (GPS not included)

Specifications:

www.velodynelidar.com Velodyne Acoustics, Inc.

345 Digital Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037

lidar@velodyne.com

408.465.2800 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

# APPENDIX B --

‐ TECHNICAL MANUALS AND

SPECIFICATIONS

# APPENDIX B --

‐ TECHNICAL MANUALS AND

SPECIFICATIONS

DJI	Inspire	1	Pro	Quadcopter	with Zemuse	X5	4K	Camera	and	3‐Axi s	Gimbal

Aircraft

Model

T600

Weight	(Battery	Included)

2935	g

Hovering	Accuracy	(GPS	mode)

Vertical:	0.5	m

Horizontal:	2.5	m

Max	Angular	Velocity

Pitch:	300°/s

Yaw:	150°/s

Max	Tilt	Angle

35°

Max	Ascent	Speed

5	m/s

Max	Descent	Speed

4	m/s

Max	Speed

22	m/s	(ATTI	mode,	no	wind)

Max	Service	Ceiling	Above	Sea	Level

4500	m	(Software	altitude	limit: 120	m	above	takeoff	point)

Max	Wind	Speed	Resistance

10	m/s

Max	Flight	Time

Approximately	18	minutes

### Motor	Model

DJI	3510H

Propeller	Model

DJI	1345T

Indoor	Hovering

Enabled	by	default

Operating	Temperature	Range

‐10°	to	40°	C

Diagonal	Distance

559	to	581	mm

Dimensions

438x451x301	mm

Power	Spectral	Density

9.06mW/MHz

Camera

Name

X3

Model

FC350

Total	Pixels

12.76M

Effective	Pixels

12.4M

Image	Max	Size

4000x3000

ISO	Range

100‐3200	(video)

100‐1600	(photo)

Electronic	Shutter	Speed

### 8s

- 1/8000s

FOV	(Field	of	View)

94°

CMOS

Sony	EXMOR	1/2.3”

Lens

20mm	(35mm	format	equivalent)f/2.8	focus	at	∞

9	Elements	in	9	groups

Anti‐distortion

Still	Photography	Modes

Single	shoot

Burst	shooting:	3/5/7	frames

Auto	Exposure	Bracketing	(AEB):	3 /5	bracketed	frames	at	0.7EV	B ias

Time‐lapse

Video	Recording	Modes

UHD	(4K):	4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30

FHD:	1920x1080p24/25/30/48/50/60

HD:	1280x720p24/25/30/48/50/60

Max	Bitrate	of	Video	Storage

60	Mbps

Supported	File	Formats

FAT32/exFAT

Photo:	JPEG,	DNG

Video:	MP4/MOV	(MPEG‐4	AVC/H.264)

Supported	SD	Card	Types

Micro	SD

Max	capacity:	64	GB.	Class	10	or	UHS‐1	rating	required.

Operating	Temperature	Range

0°	to	40°	C

Charger

Model

A14‐100P1A

### Voltage

26.3	V

Rated	Power

100	W

Battery	(Optional)

Name

Intelligent	Flight	Battery

Model

TB48

Capacity

5700	mAh

Voltage

22.8	V

Battery	Type

LiPo	6S

Energy

129.96	Wh

Net	Weight

670	g

Operating	Temperature	Range

‐10°	to	40°	C

Storage	Temperature	Range

Less	than	3	months:	‐20	to	45°	C

More	than	3	months:	22°	to	28°	C

Charging	Temperature	Range

0°	to	40°	C

Max	Charging	Power

180	W

DJI	GO	App

### Mobile	Device	System	Requirements

iOS	8.0	or	later,	Android	4.1.2	or	later

Supported	Mobile	Devices

*	 Compatible	 with	 iPhone	 5s,	 iPhone	 6,	 iPhone	 6	 Plus,	 iPad	 Air, iPad	 Air	Wi‐Fi	 +

Cellular,	 iPad	 mini	 2,	iPad	 mini 2	Wi‐Fi	 +	 Cellular,	 iPad	 Air	 2 ,	 iPad	 Air	 2	Wi‐Fi	 +

Cellular,	 iPad	 mini	 3,	 and	 iPad	 mini	 3	Wi‐Fi	 +	 Cellular.	 This	 a pp	 is	 optimized	 for

iPhone	5s,	iPhone	6,	and	iPhone	6	Plus.

*	Compatible	with	Samsung	tabs	705c,	Samsung	S6,	Samsung	S5,	Sa msung	NOTE4,

Samsung	NOTE3,	Google	Nexus	9,	Google	Nexus	7	II,	Ascend	Mate7, Nubia	Z7	mini,

SONY	Z3	EXPERIA,	MI	3,	MI	PAD

*Support	 for	 additional	 Android	 devices	 available	 as	 testing	 an d	 development

continues.

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

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# Motion Picture and Television

Flight Operation Manual

FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

Curtis Bunch

VICE PRESIDENT OF EXPLORATION

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503-400-8827



# www.flanaganemersonminingassociation.com

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

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Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503

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pg.	2 

# Table of Contents

1. Introduction

A. Purpose 4

B. Pilot/Operator Organization 4

C. Persons Authorized 4

D. Area of Operations 4

E. Plan of Activities 5

F. Permission to Operate 5

G. Security 6

H. Briefing of Pilot/Production Personnel 6

I. Certification/Airworthiness 7

J. Pilot Personnel/Minimum Requirements 7

K. Communications 8

L. Accident Notification 8

M. Recall/Stop Procedures 8

N. Aerobatic Competency 8

O. Aerobatic Competency 9



## 2. Company Organization

A. Chief Pilot 9

B. Pilot in Command 10



### Appendix A

1 List of Approved Pilots 11

2 List of Approved Aircraft 12

3 Permission Acquisition Form (sample) 13

4 Revision Letter (sample) 14



### Appendix B

1 Form 7711-2 (certification of waiver) 15

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# Revision Control Page

Revision# Date Initials

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

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# 1. Introduction

A. Purpose

This manual has been developed by FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND

EXPLORATION LLC., hereafter referred t o as Flanagan, in conjunction with an

application for a Certificate of Waiver of Authorization of the provisions of FAR

91.119 (b) and (c) for the purpos es of filming. Flanagan pilots and other company

personnel when applicable will comply with the policies, procedures and conditions

of this manual, whenever motion pictur e or television fli ght operations are

performed that require a Waiver of Authorizati on as mentioned above.



## B. Pilot/Operator Organization

FLANAGAN & EMER SON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

Curtis Bunch

VICE PRESIDENT OF EXPLORATION

543 Clay Street East suite 10

Monmouth, Oregon 97361

503-400-8827

C. Persons Authorized

FAR 91.119 (c) is waived only with re spect to those persons, vehicles and

structures directly involved in the performan ce of the actual film ing. The certificate

holder shall ensure that no persons are allo wed within 500 feet of the area except

those consenting to be involved and necessa ry for the filming production. This

provision may be reduced to no less than 200 f eet if an equivalent level of safety

can be achieved and the Administrator has approved it. For example, an

equivalent level of safety may be determined by an ASI’s evaluation of the filming

production area to note terrain features, obs tructions, buildings, etc. Such barriers

may protect nonparticipating persons (obser vers, the public, ne ws media, etc.)

from debris in the event of an accident.



## D. Area of Operations

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

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### Flanagan approved area of operations will be the United States,

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

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## E. Plan of Activities

At least three (3) days prio r to any scheduled filming, Flanagan will submit a

written plan of activities to the local FSDO having juri sdiction over t hat area. The

plan of activities should include the following:

(1) Dates and times for all flights.

(2) Name and phone number of person res ponsible for the filming production

event.

(3) Name and phone number of pers on responsible for aircraft.

(4) Make, model, and serial or N-num ber of aircraft to be used and type of

airworthiness certificat e, including category.

(5) Name and certificate number of pi lots involved in the filming production

event, including any nota tion of external load endorsements or aerobatic

competency, if required.

(6) A statement that t he waiver holder has obta ined permission from property

owners and/or local officials to c onduct the filming production event. The

list of those who gave permission must be made available to the inspector

upon request from t he waiver holder.

(7) Signature of waiver hol der or representative.

(8) A description of the fli ght activity including maps or diagrams of any area,

city, town, county, and/or State over which filming will be conducted and the

minimum altitudes essential to accomplish the operations.

The three (3) day notificat ion equipments may be waiv ed, however, the operator

should contact the FSDO as soon as po ssible with this request and be prepared to

explain in detail why th e three (3) day notificat ion is not practical.



## F. Permission to Operate

Before any flight operations is conducted at less than 500 feet under t he provisions

of the certificate of waiv er and this manual, the operat or will obtain permission to

conduct these operations from property owners and local o fficials as necessary or

appropriate. Persons from whom permi ssion may be required are listed below:

# FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND EXPLORATION LLC.

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### (1) Property owners

(2) Law enforcement officials

(3) Fire department officials

(4) Local, State and Federal government

(5) Air traffic control

The Flanagan personnel obt aining such permission wi ll do so in writing

whenever practical, however, verbal permission is acceptable otherwise. A

standard permission form is provided in Appendix A and may be used when

obtaining written permission. H5 personnel will assure a sufficient number of

those forms

are available at the job si te. Written permission forms w ill be maintained at the job

site until flight operations are completed, and then turned into the chief pilot to be

kept on file for a minimum of six (6) m onths. These forms will be made available

for inspection by the FAA or other official personnel upon request.



## G. Security

Prior to any flight operat ion the operator will c oordinate with appropriate

production personnel to devise a plan of secu ring the area(s) of operation from all

unauthorized persons and vehicles. Provis ions will be made to immediately

discontinue operations shoul d the area(s) become unsecured or for any other

reason in the interest of safety.



## H. Briefing of Pilo t/Production Personnel

Prior to the start of any oper ation under the provisions of this manual, the pilot in

command will conduct a briefing of all proc edures to participating personnel of the

risks involved, emergency procedures, and safeguards to be followed during the

filming production event. Personnel will also be briefed on additional provisions

that may be issued by the FSDO t hat has geographic res ponsibility for the

operational area, including the location of boundaries or time limits. The briefing

shall cover:

• Authorization for moti on picture and television cert ificate of waiver and the

attached special provisions

• Operations manual

• Plan of activities

• Aircraft parking and starting

• Taxi procedures

• Radio Communications

• Takeoff procedures

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### • Aviation activities to be conduct ed during the filmi ng production event

• Approach and landing procedures

• Recall procedures

• Emergency procedures

• Risks to participating personnel

• How to control nonp articipating persons



## I. Certification/Airworthiness

All Flanagan aircraft used in operations r equiring a waiver of FAR 91 .119 (b) and

(c) for the purpose of filming will be properly certified and hold airworthiness

certificates. However, restricted categor y aircraft cannot be used as the filming

"vehicle" in motion picture and television fi lming. Also, aircraft in the experimental

category must have an airworthiness ce rtificate issued for the purpose of

exhibition in order to be us ed in motion picture and televi sion filming. The aircraft

will be 100hr/annual inspection program. Other required tests and inspections

(transponder, E.L.T., etc.) will be perform ed as per Part 91 when necessary. Each

aircraft will have a flight log cont aining upcoming scheduled maintenance and

inspections and the dates or times t hey must be performed. A section for

discrepancies is also found in the flight log. The pilot in command will assure the

aircraft to be flown is in airworthy condition and al l required inspections and

maintenance has been comp leted before each flight.



## J. Pilot Personnel/Minimum Requirements

The pilot/operator shall es tablish and specify the mini mum pilot requirements.

Minimum requirements shall meet or exceed the following:

(1) A current U.S. certificate with ra tings appropriate to the category, class

and type (if applicable) of UAV aircra ft to be used under the terms of the

waiver.

(2) At least 100 hours logged as PIC and at least 20 hours logged as the PIC

in the aircraft type.

(3) A minimum of 100 hour s in the category and class of aircraft to be used.

(4) A minimum of 5 hours in the ma ke and model aircraft to be used under

the waiver.

(5) In the event that the 300-foot minimum st andard contained in the 14

CFR 91.303(e) is to be waived, the pilot perfo rming aerobatic maneuvers

must hold FAA Form 8710- 7, Statement of Acr obatic Competency, to

perform the operations.

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### (6) In the event the operation to be conducted contains elements of an

external-load operation, w hether fixed or rotary wing operations, pilots

used in the operation s hall be qualified. This qualification may be

obtained through a knowledge test (which may be oral and/written) and/or

skill. The inspector or another company pilot approved by the

geographically responsible FSDO w ho is qualified to carry loads

externally will give th e test(s) which are simila r to part 133 requirements

and cover the following subjects:

(a) Steps to be taken before starting op erations, including a survey of the

Flight area.

(b) Proper method of loading, rigging, or attaching the external load.

(c) Aircraft performance capabili ties under motion picture operating

procedures and the aircraft flight manual.

(d) Proper instructions for flight and ground crew personnel.

(e) Aircraft flight manual, pilot oper ations handbook, or a rotorcraft-load

combination flight manual and limitations, if appropriate.



## K. Communications

Prior to the start of any operation cove red by this manual, the pilot in command

will formulate a plan to provide comm unications capability to all participants

during the actual operation and filming. Oral, visual or radio communications may

be used as long as it is effective and is capable of k eeping the participants

continuously appraised of the curr ent status of the operation.



## L. Accident Notification

Should an accident or inci dent requiring notification of the NTSB occur, the

notification requirements of FAR Part 830 would comply.



## M. Recall/Stop Procedures

Radio communication, oral, visual or a combination will be utilized to keep the

participants continuously apprised of t he current status of operation.



## N. Aerobatic Competency

If the filming operations r equire the issuance of FAA Form 8710-7, Statement of

Aerobatic Competency, refer to Volume 5, Chapter 9, Iss ue/Renew/Rescind a

Statement of Aer obatic Competency.

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## O. Special Provisions

The controls, procedures, and conditions se t forth in the H5 motion picture and

television operations manual is the primary assur ance that persons on the

surface will not be jeopardized.

The aircraft and pilots used under this author ization and/or waiv er will only be

those specified in the Flanagan motion pi cture and television operations manual

(“Appendix A” page 11) or associated plan of activities. Each pilot’s name and

certificate number shall appear on each daily plan of acti vity. All civil aircraft and

pilot(s) participating in the activity shal l be available for FAA inspection before the

scheduled event.

Each pilot-in-command conducting operat ions authorized under this certificate

understands the conditions of issuance, and that it cons titutes a waiver of FAR

91.119 (b) and (c) . (see attached doc ument under “Appendi x B” page 15)

Rotorcraft takeoff and landing areas will be protected in a manner that will

prevent unauthorized persons from entering the ta keoff and landing area.

Flanagan will ensure that the participating persons involved in the

operations are thoroughly briefed on special procedures, communication,

emergency procedures, and on the provisio ns of the aut horization and/or

waiver before beginning the activities . No person may participate in any

event unless that person has received a briefing on the provisions of the

waiver.

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# 2. Company Organization

A. Chief Pilot

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Final word in the formulation of policy and procedures concerning this

manual.

• Act as liaison betwe en Flanagan and the FAA on ma tter concerning this

manual.

• Assure that each approved pilot is i ssued a copy of th is manual and obtain a

signed statement from each that they have read and understand its contents.

• Maintain a current copy of this m anual at the main base of operations for

Flanagan.

• Responsible for assuring that all revi sions to this manual are distributed and

processed properly.

• Must approve or disapprove each pr oposed job or operation performed by

Flanagan under the provis ions of this manual.

• Assume the responsibilities of pi lot in command when acting as such.

• The chief pilot may delegate functi ons to other personnel but retains

responsibility.

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## B. Pilot in Command

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assure that aircraft to be flown is in airworthy condi tion and all inspections and

required maintenance have been perfo rmed as per appropriate FAR's.

• Acquire permission from the chief pilot before any oper ation under the

provisions of this manual.

• Be very knowledgeable of the cont ents of this manual and abide by the

procedures, policies and condi tions contained herein.

• Coordinate with movie and television personnel to formulate plans, routes,

locations, etc. with safety of all per sons involved in the primary concern.

• Maintain their copy of this manual in current condition and hav e it on site at any

job or operation r equiring the waiver.

• The pilot in command may delegate func tions to other personnel, but retains

responsibility.

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# Appendix A .1

List of Approved Pilots

Chief Pilot

Name : Curtis Bunch

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## List of Approved Aircraft

Make and Model Registration Number

1. Phantom 3 Professional none

2. Inspire 1 Pro none

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

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## Flanagan

Permission Acquisition Form

In signing this form, I am giving the pilo ts of FLANAGAN & EMERSON MINING AND

EXPLORATION LLC. . Permission to operate their UAV aircra ft at less than 300 feet

from property, or in some juri sdiction in which I am responsib le for or affiliated with, for

the purpose of film or television production.

Name:

Title:

Basis of Authority to Grant Permission:

Location:

Date of Operation:

Signa t ure

Date

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# Revision Letter

Rev# Section Page Action Remarks Initials

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### Manual Serial#

I ssued T o Revised By

Date

This form must be returned to the Chief Pilot no later than

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